Honda Accord Crosstour Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 6, 2025 · 94 owner complaints analyzed

Years with far more complaints than usual:

NHTSA has 94 owner complaints and 8 safety recalls on file for the Honda Accord Crosstour, across 4 model years (2010–2013). The 2010 model year has the most complaints (60). The most reported problem area overall is engine.

Peak: 2010, with 60 complaints
2010: 602010602011: 152011152012: 8201282013: 11201311

n = 94 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Honda Accord Crosstour years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Accord Crosstour year: 2010. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2010 Accord Crosstour: 60 complaints, 8 recalls
  2. 2011 Accord Crosstour: 15 complaints, 6 recalls
  3. 2013 Accord Crosstour: 11 complaints, 1 recall

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Honda Accord Crosstour problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine3331
Power Train2140
Steering1130
Air Bags1031
Electrical System721
Service Brakes721
Suspension510
Fuel/propulsion System420
Structure420
Vehicle Speed Control413
Visibility311
Service Brakes, Hydraulic210
Visibility/wiper220
Electronic Stability Control (esc)110
Engine and Engine Cooling110
Seats110
Tires110
Traction Control System110
Wheels110

All Honda Accord Crosstour model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2013 Accord Crosstour111—SteeringFewer complaints than other years
2012 Accord Crosstour83—Power Train
2011 Accord Crosstour156—EngineMore complaints than other years
2010 Accord Crosstour608—EngineFar more complaints than other years

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Frequently asked questions

Which Honda Accord Crosstour years should you stay away from?

By NHTSA complaints, 2010 (60) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Accord Crosstour year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Honda Accord Crosstour?

Engine, with 33 complaints across 3 model years.

How many recalls does the Honda Accord Crosstour have?

8 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.